Bus Driver Hiring Process

The road to our Bus Driver Trainee program has a few steps along the way. The average time from application to classroom is four weeks or less. You can help keep the process rolling smoothly by watching your email for updates and completing next steps quickly. We can't wait to welcome you aboard!

1. Apply Now!

Create a profile and answer a few questions.

2. Online Assessment

• Within 2 days of applying, you will be sent a link to complete the assessment.
• The test takes about 15 minutes.
• Take the assessments as soon as you are invited. You’ll have 2 days to take it.

3. Complete Application

Watch your email for a form to add your last 5 years of job history.

4. Driving Record Review

Complete an online form to allow us to review your driving record.

5. Interview Event

Interviews are scheduled weekly.
Plan on attending through Zoom meeting for two hours.
Learn more about the Training Academy, work schedules, acquiring a CDL permit, and the hiring process.

6. Reference Check

You will need at least 4 references from current or former supervisors within the last 5 years.
Let references know in advance that they will be contacted.
Start studying for your CDL Permits.
The reference check process take about one week following a successful interview.

7. Contingent Offer

We will call you to walk you through the next steps and we will discuss together the best start date.
We will follow up with a written contingent offer email that outlines the process steps.
You will need to pass a pre-work safety assessment, a physical, drug test and a criminal background check.

8. Obtain CDL Permit

CDL Permits require passing three skill tests — knowledge, passenger, and air brake.
Visit the Department of Licensing site for more information on CDL permits.
Complete all contingent items receive your final offer.

9. Final Offer

Congratulations! You will receive your final written offer.
Your offer letter will include instructions for your first day as a Community Transit Bus Driver Trainee.